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striker that ignites the charge by striking the primer

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  1. n. striker that ignites the charge by striking the primer
  2. In the breech mechanism of a firearm, the pin which strikes the head of the cartridge and explodes it.
  3. In the breech mechanism of a firearm, the pin which strikes thehead of the cartridge and explodes it.